North Pole Bar Christmas Launch Party.

Manchester’s favorite winter bar is officially starting the countdown to Christmas with a host of festive entertainment and warming treats.

There will be a brass band, sing-along carols and the official opening of North Pole’s red draped Rudolf Room.

Also, in true Christmas spirit, 50p from the sale of every hot cocktail will be donated to Streetsmart, a charity for the homeless.

The find out more about North Pole’s seasonal snug, chalet area or their 8ft resident polar bear, click here.

The festivities get under way at 6pm, Thursday 1 December, Cathedral Gardens.

Entry to North Pole Bar is free so simply pop down to Cathedral Gardens after work or Christmas shopping to join in with the fun.